Q: Trying to find out the cost of a uniform citation. in violation of code 304.050 in Lincoln county missouri
Need to know if I should appear in court or if I may pay the fine via mail or online.
I'm accused of passing a school bus that was stopped and discharging children.
A:
You can call the court clerk in Lincoln County and ask if a court appearance is required or can you just plead guilty and pay the fine. I expect that you will have to appear in court for this type of ticket. If so, the judge will sentence you and determine the amount of the fine. If you plead guilty, points will be added to your driving record and your car insurance rates may increase. The judge might require you to do community service, attend driving school, etc.
FYI - For some types of moving violations (DUI, excessive speed, etc.) some judges will require jail time, so you should definitely consult an attorney before going to court and pleading guilty.
You can hire a traffic ticket attorney to represent you in court. They can likely get your ticket reduced to a non-moving, no-point infraction. You will have to pay a fine & court costs, and you might also be required to attend driving school and/or do community service. The outcome of your case depends on your age, your driving record, how strict the judge & prosecutor are regarding this type of violation, and the skill & experience of your attorney.
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